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MedVance Institute-West Palm, which is one of the 10 campuses of MedVance Institute, is located in Palm Springs, Florida. The institute was originally established in June, 1970, as the Cumberland School of Medical Technology. It became the Cumberland School of Technology in 1988, and was finally named MedVance Institute in July, 2000. In November, 2001, a campus was established in Atlantis, Florida. This campus was relocated to Palm Springs, Florida, in October, 2005, and came to be known as MedVance Institute-West Palm.
MedVance Institute-West Palm offers associate's degrees, and certificate programs of study. Education and training are offered in information technology, medical billing and coding, personal training, pharmacy technology, practical nursing, surgical technology, and radiologic technology, among others.
Students of MedVance Institute-West Palm are provided career placement assistance. Financial aid is also offered to eligible candidates in the form of Federal Pell Grants, Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants, State grants, Federal Family Educational Loan Programs, Vocational Rehabilitation programs, and Veteran Benefits. Students can also apply for personal loans.
Medvance Institute West Palm is located in Palm Springs, FL (a large suburb). The school is a private, for-profit institution. The highest degree level offered by Medvance Institute West Palm is the Associate's degree.
The school is known for its programs in therapy and counseling and medical administration.
Medvance Institute West Palm is an open-admission school.
The school had 512 enrolled students in 2007-2008. Medvance Institute West Palm has a large minority student population. A very high share of students at the school are female.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Our mission is to provide an outstanding education in a supportive environment helping all students to succeed in their chosen careers. Furthermore, we are committed to graduating qualified professionals who can participate in the community's medical services and contribute to the health and well being of all those they serve."
More complete details are provided below.
Medvance Institute West Palm
1630 South Congress Avenue
Palm Springs, FL 33461-2171
General Phone: (561) 304-3466
http://www.medvance.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Support and Technology | 153 | medical assistant, radiation therapist, surgical tech, pharmacy tech |
| Medical Administration | 42 | medical records tech |
| Therapy and Counseling | 35 | massage therapy |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 28 | licensed practical nurse, nursing assistant |
Number of programs and degrees for Medvance Institute West Palm in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 234 | 6 |
| Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years | 20 | 1 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 4 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Medvance Institute West Palm had a total enrollment of 512 students (940 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| Asian | 6% |
| Unknown | 94% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 11% |
| 20-21 | 15% |
| 22-24 | 18% |
| 25-29 | 21% |
| 30-34 | 12% |
| 35-39 | 10% |
| 40-49 | 7% |
| 50-64 | 4% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 63 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Palm Springs, Florida for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Florida Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Financial Aid:
Medvance Institute West Palm participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 2326303)
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instructor | calendar year | 5 | $42,000 | 5 | $37,000 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 5 | $42,000 | 5 | $37,000 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist
Medical/Clinical Assistant
Pharmacy Technician/Assistant
Surgical Technology/Technologist
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
Nurse/Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Medvance Institute West Palm Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Female % of student body (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 6% |  |
| % of degrees in medical administration (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 17% | |
| Minority % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
Notable:
Open admission Career services Student employment services On-campus library
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